Generation NXT - NXT recap for August 29, 2023

In memory of Terry Funk, 1944 - 2023. In memory of Windham "Bray Wyatt" Rotunda, 1987 - 2023.

The Creed Brothers (Julius and Creed Brothers) beat The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) in a steel cage match to be reinstated in NXT. Before the match begins, the masked followers of The Schism (Joe Gacy, Fowler, Reid, Ava) beat up Brutus Creed and carry him off to the back to make the match a two-on-one handicap match, but Brutus Creed shows back up later and takes out all of the masked followers as he chases Joe Gacy and Ava around before ripping the cage door clean off its hinges.

We hear from Roxanne Perez, who says that she once respected Gigi Dolin and Kiana James, but now she does not care if she has to go over three bodies to become champion again and that she starts the road back to what she never lost in the first place tonight.

We are introduced to the Global Heritage Tournament for a shot at the NXT Heritage Cup, as well as the participants: Axiom, Tyler Bate, Charlie Dempsey and Butch for Group A and Duke Hudson, Joe Coffey, Akira Tozawa, and Nathan Frazer in Group B.

Backstage, Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo are met by Carmelo Hayes, and they in turn are met by The Street Profits (Angelo Dawkins and Montez Ford). Carmelo leaves, then The Street Profits joke around with Stacks and D'Angelo when a bunch of wrestlers in the women's division suddenly brawl in front of them.

Meta-Four (Noam Dar, Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson) are seen watching from a distance before the next match.

Butch beats Charlie Dempsey in Group A of the Global Heritage Invitational. Butch scores two (2) points.

Backstage, Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Dragon Lee. Dragon Lee is soon interrupted by Mustafa Ali, but says that he is more of a deserving of a championship match with Dominik Mysterio, and that Dragon Lee lost in his one chance and that he is now up to bat.

Ilja Dragunov is in the ring. He admits that Trick Williams impressed him in their match and says he is not a mere entertainer or a sidekick, and that he deserves everyone's respect. He then says nothing stands in the way of his destiny: the NXT Championship. As he addresses Carmelo Hayes, Noam Dar interrupts for an impromptu SPRNVA Sessions to say everyone wants to see him, not Dragunov. This soon leads to an argument where Noam Dar says he has the Heritage Cup while Dragunov has nothing but excuses. Dragunov considers walking up to their lounge, but Noam Dar proposes a match. Oro Mensah says he will be in the opposite corner, and Oro and Dragunov soon brawl. Dragunov quickly gets the upper hand, and Oro Mensah retreats.

We hear from Mr. Stone and Von Wagner. Wagner says Bron Breakker had to blindside him twice, and says that next week, it will be the two of them in a no-disqualification match.

Elektra Lopez and Lola Vice beat Kelani Jordan and Dana Brooke.

We hear from Gigi Dolin. She calls chaos "the devil she knows," and says Tiffany was smart for making the four biggest threats to her title battle it out for a chance to face her, yet she allowed her in this match. She tells Tiffany she will see her next week.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes meets with Trick Williams. He says that he does not want people to think he retained the NXT Championship because of Trick, and doubts Trick when he asks him if he can beat Dragunov one-on-one and Trick says he thinks he can. When Carmelo leaves, Trick says he does not think Carmelo can win; he knows he can win.

Dijak beats Eddy Thorpe with a loaded right hand on the outside as the referee is putting away a chair that Dijak has introduced into the match.

We hear from Kiana James, who says that her name exudes success and that while her opponents are good, they all fall short. She says she does not make excuses and make things happen no matter the cost, and she will do whatever it takes to get her hand raised.

Backstage, Bron Breakker meets with Baron Corbin as Corbin messes with a backstage worker, and demands a thank you for saving him from Von Wagner. Corbin says he does not care about him or Von Wagner, even as Breakker threatens to end him if he gets involved in their match.

Angel Garza wakes up at home and finds blood on his chest. As he washes it off, Humberto Carrillo shows up saying he had a dream of their grandfather Humberto Garza and woke up with a scratch on his chest, then Humberto Garcia mentions that he had the same dream and scratches. Angel takes this as a sign from Humberto Garza that they must start from scratch. Angel and Humberto return next week.

WWE looks back on the life and career of Bray Wyatt. A lone wooden rocking chair is seen on the stage afterwards.

We hear from Blair Davenport, who says that after a decade of destroying women all over the world, she is smiling not just because she knows she will become #1 contender, but because of the pain she will deal to her opponents.

We hear from Rhea Ripley and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio. Rhea says people want a piece of Dominik, but Dominik will hold the North American Championship until he retires. Dominik tells Mustafa Ali and Dragon Lee to fight it out so he can fight the winner. At the behest of Rhea Ripley, who whispers into his ear, Dominik says that match must have a winner and that he will be special guest referee to ensure that.

Joe Coffey beats Nathan Frazer in Group B of the Global Heritage Invitational. Coffey scores two (2) points).

At Chase University, Thea Hail is noticeably absent. Chase asks Duke Hudson where Thea is, but Duke does not know and does not think she is skipping class. Chase mentions Duke Hudson being in the Global Heritage Tournament and the rules for the tournament, and after class lets out, Thea Hail shows up, and it becomes apparent that she is now hanging out with Jacy Jayne when Jacy suddenly shows up and Thea Hail skips out on study hall to hang out with her.

In footage from NXT Anonymous, Fallon Henley offers an invitation to Myles Borne to team with Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen, which Myles Borne takes after they both discuss Myles being the errand boy for Drew Gulak, Charlie Dempsey and Damon Kemp.

We hear from Wes Lee, who says that he is clearing his mind as he is in the desert after Heatwave did not go his way.. He says that he and Carmelo Hayes are done and that he beat himself, but he says that the outcome will be different when they meet again.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Tyler Bate, who welcomes the challenge of Group A in the Global Heritage Tournament, especially with the history between himself and Butch involved. He then addresses Dabba-Kato, telling him he made a big mistake pushing him around before challenging him to a match next week so he can be the David to Dabba-Kato's Goliath.

Kiana James beats Gigi Dolin, Roxanne Perez and Blair Davenport in a Fatal 4-Way Match to become #1 contender for the NXT Women's Championship. After the match, Tiffany Stratton has a staredown with Kiana James in the middle of the ring.

The show ends with Carmelo Hayes meeting with Shawn Michaels in his office.

Here's the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for August 15, 2023

Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) after Ava, Joe Gacy and the rest of Schism block Ivy Nile's path when she shows up, allowing two of the masked men to attack The Dyad and allow the tag champs to retain.

We hear from Eddy Thorpe, who says that NXT is moving forward and that he cannot be left behind, and that he will move forward without fear.

Backstage, Wes Lee meets with Carmelo Hayes as he signs autographs and makes it known to him that once he beats Dijak, the next thing Carmelo will sign is a contract for a championship match against him.

Backstage, Andre Chase tells Duke Hudson that he has gotten Thea Hail a match with Jacy Jayne to get some of her anger out and get back on the winning track. Thea Hail shows up and is not impressed with Andre thinking he knows what is best, and tells him not to throw in the towel this time.

Blair Davenport beats Dana Brooke. During the match, Dana tries to use the ring bell as a weapon, but Kelani Jordan does not let her do it.

Backstage, Dijak confronts Carmelo Hayes as he signs autographs, telling him to save a picture for himself. Carmelo says him to focus more on Wes Lee, but Dijak tells him it will only be a matter of time before he comes for his title.

Trick Williams beats Drew Gulak after Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen attack Charlie Dempsey and Damon Kemp.

Backstage, Sarah Schreiber interviews Baron Corbin, who implies that he is saving what he has to say for the ring.

We hear from Dabba-Kato, who says that he has fought his way out of the shadows, and that when he returns, he will cast his own shadow upon NXT.

Baron Corbin is in the ring. Corbin says the best thing about being him is that he can say what he wants in NXT without consequence, and that he ran Gable Steveson out of WWE and nobody has seen him since. He then says everyone in the locker room is a bunch of "soft-ass little bitches" and that he is ushering a new era for himself where he puts himself back in the main event where belongs. Von Wagner and Mr. Stone show up and disagree with Corbin, then Mr. Stone says he knows what Corbin wants and has the qualifications to do so, and that Von Wagner is standing in his way. Mr. Stone then tells Corbin that Von Wagner is just getting started, then Corbin wonders why he is talking to Mr. Stone when he should be talking to Von Wagner. Corbin tells Wagner that he has to "learn how to talk on the stick" if he wants to succeed. Corbin then brags about how he went to toe-to-toe with The Rock and made the big bucks afterwards, and suggests that Von Wagner follow him unless he wants to stand in the shadows. Wagner says he may not have talked enough, but that may be because Corbin talks too much, then says he and Mr. Stone are tired of Corbin's sob story and that he will put him through a table at Heatwave. Corbin punches at Wagner, but Wagner fights back. Wagner then goes for a powerbomb through the table, but Corbin rams him into the ring apron, and security and officials get between both men.

Backstage, Rhea Ripley and "Dirty" Dominik Mysterio talk about how Dominik is the greatest North American Champion ever. She then says Lyra Valkyrie should have been happy with her endorsement, but she had to kick her in the face, and hopes that Dragon Lee and Lyra can work as a team against them at Heatwave.

We hear from Mustafa Ali, who says that the North American Championship has been carried by individuals who do not represent North America the way it should be represented it. He says the people of North American deserve better and deserve someone who is champion in and out of the ring, and that he is the North American Champion the people need. Mustafa says he will elevate the title to new heights and inspire people to do incredible things the right way, and that the time for a new North American Champion is now.

Wes Lee beats Dijak to become #1 contender for the NXT Championship after Eddy Thorpe distracts Dijak on the outside.

Backstage, Dragon Lee meets with Lyra Valkryia. Dragon Lee says he would be a champion if it were not for Rhea Ripley, but Lyra says she will kick Rhea so hard that Dominik Mysterio will feel it. She then says they have to be on the same page if they want to win. Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Tyler Bate. After seeing some video from "NXT Anonymous" where Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) confronts Tyler Bate at a live event, Tyler Bate says that he does not react to anger and make it his own when it comes to his match with Joe Coffey.

We hear from Ilja Dragunov, who tells Trick Williams that fantasy will not become reality for him, and while he expects him to bring his confidence and swagger, he is bringing his raging fire, for next week will be a fight.

Backstage, Wes Lee leaves Shawn Michaels' office with a contract for an NXT Championship match at Heatwave.

Tyler Bate vs. Joe Coffey ends with Dabba Kato showing up and attacking Tyler Bate.

Backstage, Baron Corbin is met outside of the arena by Bron Breakker, who says he is not finished with Von Wagner. Corbin says he looked pretty finished when Wagner put him through a table, and tells Bron that he does not intimidate him.

It's time for Nathan Frazer's Hard Hitting Home Truths. Nathan Frazer talks about the matches on Heatwave, one of which involves him defending the Heritage Cup against Noam Dar. Suddenly, The Meta-Four (Naom Dar, Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson) take over the show. Frazer, knowing that this would happen, shuts down Noam Dar's attempts of accusing Frazer of making up conspiracy theories about him, then produces a button that calls Noam Dar a fraud every time Noam Dar lies. Unsurprisingly, the button gets plenty of exercise before Noam Dar tells Nathan Frazer that he will take back the Heritage Cup.

Jacy Jayne beats Thea Hail after Jacy removes a turnbuckle cover only for Andre Chase to get on the apron and cover it up, which gets Thea Hail angry at him. The unintentional distraction allows Jacy Jayne to beat Thea Hail with a roll-up.

We see a video package of what is going on with Los Lotharios, in which their grandfather Humberto Garza advises them to tear away their past and start a new beginning with no more games or distraction, reminding them that if one loses, the other loses.

Wes Lee meets with Carmelo Hayes, this time with the contract for their NXT Championship match this week. Carmelo tells Wes he will see him next week, but Wes says he is not waiting and takes the autograph table with him to the ring.

We hear from Tiffany Stratton, who says that she will see everyone next week at Heatwave.

After the commercial break, Carmelo Hayes heads to the ring, and Wes lee tells him to hurry up and sign the contract. Carmelo tells Wes Lee that he is about to turn back into his old self and tells him to chill. When Wes Lee mentions Carmelo having a luxurious life as NXT Champion, Carmelo tells him that is not the case and that his reign came with responsibilities much like Wes' reign as North American Champion. Carmelo says Wes' shot is next week, but he does not know if Wes will be "Him." Wes tells Carmelo that he was one of the chosen one while he had doubters his whole life and career that he proved wrong, even having beaten Carmelo for the North American title. Carmelo says Wes won the title, but he did not beat him, and that without him, nobody would give the North American title the time of day. Carmelo says he agrees with just about everything Wes is saying, but next week, Wes cannot beat him. Wes says he has turned doubters into believers and that his biggest doubter is himself, for doubt always resonates with him, but he will not fail anymore. Wes signs, then demands Carmelo does the same. Carmelo tells Wes he earned this shot, but tells him not to chase waterfalls and stick to the rivers and the lakes he is used to before signing the contract, saying that next week is not "Melo Don't Miss," but "Melo Can't Miss." Wes Lee stomps the table in half and tells Carmelo he will see him at Heatwave.

Here's the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT LIVE recap for July 4, 2023

Blair Davenport beats Roxanne Perez.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Ivy Nile. Ivy admits she is nervous, but she is more focused than ever, as Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Raine) is a poisonous and dangerous group who needs to be elimianted. Tiffany Stratton shows up and asks why McKenzie is not interviewing her after her first successful title defense. Ivy reminds her that she tapped out, but Tiffany says the referee never saw it. Tiffany asks Ivy if she has anything better to do, and Ivy tells her that luckily for her, she does, and leaves. Tiffany asks McKenzie if Ivy Nile leaves if The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) leave, but to her dissatisfaction, she finds out it is just The Creed Brothers.

We hear from Baron Corbin, who says that last Tuesday sucked after he did not walk out NXT Champion like he thought he would. He says he is sad and pissed off, and that the nostalgia of "The Lone Wolf" was not enough. He says he has everything someone would want, but what he does not have is the reputation, as he is seen as consistent, safe, and good. He feels "good" is an insult when he should be feared and respected, and if he wants to invest in his future, he must bank on the past. He puts mementos of his past gimmicks in a burning crematorium as he does not need a manager and that he did not do this for eight years to go back to the beginning. He says it is time to "burn all the ships" and that there is no going back and "no gimmicks, no nonsense, no bullshit."

Mustafa Ali beats Tyler Bate after crotching Tyler Bate on the top rope and tellling him "There can only be one" before hitting the top rope 450 splash for the win. Afterwards, Mustafa Ali looks into the camera and challenges Wes Lee to a match for the NXT North American Championship.

Backstage, McKenzie interviews Joe Gacy and Ava Raine. Gacy says he would never push a member of Schism (Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava) into something their hearts were not ready for. Ava says The Dyad (Fowler and Reid) are "crucial roots" and that they will win tonight. Gacy says "the right team" will win and push The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) out of NXT, and that tonight, they eliminate a problem from NXT forever.

Kelani Jordan beats Tatum Paxley. After the match, Cora Jade shows up and congratulates Kelani on getting her first match, then mocks Dana Brooke and Kelani Jordan as "gymnasts sticking together" before stating that a friend of Dana Brooke is an enemy of hers, as she does not need any friends, mentors or fans, the last of whom have no effect of her. Kelani says she has a match left in her tonight and that they can go right here, right now. Cora tells Dana and Kelani not to tell her what to do ever, and leaves.

At Chase University, everyone welcomes Andre Chase back. Andre Chase calls Duke Hudson the university's MVP and congratulates him for stepping up and helping the school survive and thrive, then calls Thea Hail "the uncrowned NXT Women's Champion" for making Tiffany Stratton tap out. Chase says Drew Gulak and Charlie Dempsey have tried to poison the minds of the youth of Chase University, and when they attacked Duke Hudson and threatened Thea Hail, he could not take it anymore and he had to do something about it. When someone asks if Gulak and Dempsey will not be guest lecturing anymore, Duke steps up for Chase and tells them they will not be guest lecturing anymore after he and Chase give them "a Chase University-sized ass whupping."

Eddy Thorpe beats Damon Kemp by technical knockout (TKO) and referee stoppage in an NXT Underground Match after ramming Kemp shoulder-first into the ring post and elbowing Kemp repeatedly in the head while in a triangle hold. After the match, Kale Dixon shows up and tries to play around with Gable Steveson's gold medal, and that leads to Steveson suplexing him and multiple people who get in the ring who decide to step up to him.

We hear from Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams. Carmelo says that he and Trick do not take threats lightly, and that Rhea Ripley talked without saying anything. He says that as long as Damian Priest has the Money In The Bank contract, nobody is safe, but it is a different ballgame when someone is playing with him. He dares The Judgment Day (Finn Balor, Damian Priest, Rhea Ripley, Dominik Mysterio) to come to NXT and follow through on their threat, as he and Trick are judges, jury and executioners.

In prison, Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo visits Tony D'Angelo. D'Angelo tells Lorenzo not to play dumb with him before Stacks brings in Joe Coffey. D'Angelo thinks Stacks has betrayed him, but Stacks says that he and Coffey will have a match next week. If he wins, the charges against D'Angelo are dropped. Coffey then says that if he beats Stacks, D'Angelo will be stuck in prison, sent to trial, convicted and put away for a long time. D'Angelo thinks Lorenzo is crazy putting himself in a three-on-one situation , but Stacks - who is amazed that D'Angelo is doubting him - says business is good, envelopes are full and that he is making moves, and that this is his decision and that he will have to live with it. Coffey then mockingly says good-bye to D'Angelo, who is now furious at this point.

Lyra Valkyria beats Jacy Jayne. After the match, Jacy Jayne attacks Lyra Valkyrie, then takes Lyra's wings and tears them apart.

We hear from Noam Dar, who is seen talking to a picture of the NXT Heritage Cup and saying that he misses having it around and that he needs it back in his life. The rest of The Meta-Four (Oro Mensah, Lash Legend, Jakara Jackson) show up and say that something needs to be done about this, and carry him away from the picture.

At the office, Kiana James brags about what she did to Gigi Dolin on the phone only to find out her office has been vandalized. Kiana then finds a note saying "You can never outrun your past. Gigi." Kiana says that the gloves now come off.

Von Wagner is suddenly seen attacking Javier Bernal around the ring. Mr. Stone has to tell him not to powerbomb Bernal on the table, as well as not to military press slam him. Von Wagner takes his tanktop off, clears the commentary table and powerbombs Bernal into it. Von Wagner then has the adulation of the crowd. (It is later revealed during the digital exclusive video that Mr. Stone was trying to get Von Wagner to lay off Bernal, as he felt that Wagner's message had already been sent.)

We see another vignette for Bronco Nima and Lucien Price who are debuting in NXT next week.

The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) beat The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) in a Loser Leaves NXT Match after a masked man in a red hoodie pops out of the crowd and headbutts Julius Creed as Ivy Nile goes after Ava Raine for interfering, which pre-occupies the referee. As per pre-match stipulation, The Creed Brothers must leave NXT.

We hear from Finn Balor, who says that there will be no happy endings for Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams when they meet next week.

We see footage from moments ago during the commercial break of The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) waving goodbye to the NXT fans.

Bron Breakker heads to the ring. He talks about how he competed in the greatest NXT match in history on the most-watched episode in two years after calling out Seth "Freakin'" Rollins, and while they had a war, not one person believed that he had a shot against Rollins until he Speared Rollins in the center of the ring and felt the energy in the arena drop. He says that while Rollins would go on to prove how good he was to the world, he came so close to winning the World Heavyweight Championship after having only 78 matches in his career, which has been here in NXT for the whole world to see every week. He then says that at 25 years old, he proved that he can hang with the best in the business and that he is "that damn good," and he tells people to get used to seeing his face for a long time to come, as he has opponents to beat and championships to collect. As far as what is next for him, he is suddenly interrupted by Ilja Dragunov, who says that he is next. He says he came to confront him like a man and let him know that there is only one person in his way of the NXT Championship: him. After Dragonuv states that he is the most dangerous man in NXT, he knees Bron Breakker in the face, starting a brawl that referees, security and even other wrestliers have to break up as the show fades to black.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for May 30, 2023

Gigi Dolin beats Jacy Jayne in a Weaponized Cage Match after driving Jacy Jayne's head into the top of the cage before putting her through a table.

In backstage footage from earlier today, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Wes Lee, who is soon encountered by The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid). Tyler Bate then shows up and stands with Wes Lee, and when The Dyad flee, Tyler tells Wes they are still friends and he still has his back.

We see Tony D'Angelo's mugshots get taken.

Backstage, Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) talks about how unstoppable they are and make fun of Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. Stacks shows up and accuses them of ratting on Tony D'Angelo, then fights them only to get outnumbered before referees restore order.

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams head to the ring. Carmelo and Trick brag about how Carmelo prevailed against Bron Breakker at Background, and says one sometimes takes shots to make shots and that he never misses. As Carmelo calls Battleground another brick in his foundation, Noam Dar shows up with his entourage of Oro Mensah, Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson and brags about how he beat Dragon Lee twice. Trick tells Noam Dar that interrupting Carmelo is a "super no-no," and while Carmelo is impressed with Noam Dar's victories, he is on a higher level than he is and Noam Dar cannot beat him once. Noam takes this a challenge, and dares Carmelo to put the NXT Championship on the line against him tonight. Trick says Noam is trying to catch Carmelo while he is tired, but Noam says Carmelo cannot do it night in and night out like him without "load management." Carmelo accepts the challenge.

Earlier today in the locker room, Cora Jade says she should have won the NXT Championship and that she should be the one being celebrated, but everyone screws her over. Ivy Nile shows up and says everyone is tired of her complaining, then tells her to suck it up. Cora Jade accuses Ivy Nile of giving her attitude because The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) lost and Ava Rayne kicked her ass, but Ivy asks Cora where she was Sunday night and says that nobody was bitching about her.

Backstage, Axiom is met by Reggie, who says that he was always called "Scrypts" by his friends. He thanks Axiom for removing his mask, which he says caused him to see the light. He also says he could not see the beating Dabba-Kato was giving him and just stand by. Reggie thanks Axiom again, then leaves. Axiom confusedly says "You're welcome."

Tyler Bate and Wes Lee beat The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid). During the match, Mustafa Ali shows up and guests on commentary. After the match, Ivy Nile runs in and attack Ava Raine, and The Creed Brothrs get involved to break it up, with referees showing up soon after as the brawl goes to the back. Meanwhile, Joe Gacy attacks Wes lee and Tyler Bate in the ring, but Mustafa Ali gets in the ring and jumps Gacy. Ali then raises Tyler Bate and Wes Lee's hands.

At Chase University, Drew Gulak and Charlie Dempsey mock Thea Hail for losing her most recent match, and Thea storms out, much to Duke Hudson's concern. We then see footage from earlier today where Thea Hail and Duke Hudson are at wrestling practice, and Thea Hail says she has to get stronger before practicing with Charlie Dempsey.

Tiffany Stratton heads to the ring for a championship celebration. Tiffany says she is not surprised to be NXT Women's Champion and says that the title has been held by future hall of famers, then says she will show what it means to be a true champion. She says that when she sees a champion, she sees herself, as nobody can do what she is and the epitome of what a WWE Superstar is. She then asks the women's locker room to come to the ring, but they do not. They eventually do after Tiffany says she is about to announce her first opponent, then Tiffany goes on to insult the rest of the women's division by saying nobody is on her level before announcing there will be a #1 contender's battle royal to see who her next opponent is. She then says that as long as she wants and for as long as she decides, it is "Tiffy Time" As the ballons and confetti drop, she gets beaten up by the women's division.

Backstage, Trick Williams is on the phone when he is met by Lash Legend, Oro Mensah and Jakara Jackson, who state that Carmelo Hayes will lose tonight. Trick tells the three of them that he is watching them tonight.

Dani Palmer is in the ring, wanting to know who attacked her, Sol Ruca - who is now out for a year - and other women. She says that the mystery assailant promised to reveal themselves to night and that she will not leave until they show their face. We then see footage of the hooded mystery assailant watching their handiwork, then almost unmasks on the TitanTron only to attack Dani Palmer from behind. The mystery assailant reveals themselves to be Blair Davenport.

In backstage footage from last week, Malik Blade and Edris Enofe meet with Eddy Thorpe, then Damon Kemp shows up and says that while he was impressed, Eddy Thorpe cannot win without cheating. Edris and Malik hold Eddy back.

Joe Coffey beats Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. Before the match, it is announced that Mark Coffey and Wolfgang have been kicked out of the building after the events from earlier tonight.

In backstage footage from last week, Mr. Stone confronts Von Wagner for the beating he gave Luca Crusafino. Mr. Stone tells Von Wagner to see a therapist for his anger issues and offers to pay for the therapist himself. Wagner says he will think about it.

We see footage of Ilja Dragunov in his hotel room talking to his son before he heads to the arena, gets ready for his match, and faces Dijak.

Cora Jade beats Ivy Nile following the distraction from Ava Raine.

Backstage, Tank Ledger and Halk Walker talk about their match last week, then Tank says their idea of having a match together worked and that they are closer than ever. Malik Blade and Edris Enofe show up as they are able to come up with the same thing for their favorites, but Malik and Edris cannot do the same. Edris says they are not fighting, but Malik says it could help them, too.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Diamond Mine (Julius Creed, Brutus Creed, Ivy Nile). Ivy Nile tells Ava Raine to step up next week, and Julius Creed makes it clear he wants The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid). Schism (Joe Gacy, Fowler, Reid, Ava) shows up and yells at Diamond Mine, but officials hold them back.

Carmelo Hayes retains the NXT Championship against Noam Dar in a match that sees Trick Williams get ejected for punching Oro Mensah and Dragon Lee and Nathan Frazer stopping Oro Mensah from interfering near the end of the match. After the match, Carmelo Hayes is attacked by Baron Corbin.

Here are the top ten moments from tonight's show!

Generation NXT - NXT recap for May 16, 2023

Cora Jade beats Fallon Henley while targeting her left knee during the match to advance to the semi-finals of the NXT Women's Championship Tournament.

Backstage, as the women's division has watched the opening match, Kiana James mocks Thea Hail for not being championship material, and this soon leads to Thea Hail challenging Kiana to a match when Thea says she should have been in the tournament and that she can prove it to her tonight.

Backstage, The Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Raine) attacks Tyler Bate and Wes Lee, and Joe Gacy says that their charade of a friendship based on lies will eventually burn out.

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams head to the ring, and run into Charlie Dempsey and Drew Gulak on the way there. Carmelo says that Trick Williams brought it to Bron Breakker when he defended his honor, then Bron decided to send him a message. He says that message has been received, and that neither he nor Bron are the same people from before Stand & Deliver. He says that people bite, not bark, in his hometown, then calls out Bron Breakker. Gulak and Dempsey show up instead, and Gulak says Carmelo's "sit-in" has gone for too long, then he and Dempsey say that Trick and Carmelo disrespected them as they breezed by while they found out their tag team match was not happening. As Gulak says that their lifestyles are not even alike, Carmelo says that when people chant for Gulak, they chant "Willy Wonka," then Trick takes this as a challenge and proposes a tag team match. Gulak asks Trick if they are sure they want to do this so close to a big match before hitting a cheap shot. Trick and Carmelo soon get the upper hand against Dempsey and Gulak.

Dijak is met by Ilja Dragunov, who says that Dijak is obsessed with breaking him when he is unbreakable. Dijak says Dragunov seems to enjoy pain while he enjoys inflicting it, and Dragunov says that while pain is inevitable, suffering is optional. Dijak says there is not a man he cannot break. Dragunov then nvites him to try as both men stare each other down.

We see footage of Dani Palmer being attacked from behind by a hooded black figure at a live event in Sebring, Florida.

The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) beat The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) after Ivy Nile counters a sneak attack from Ava Raine as Rip Fowler tries to beg Ivy Nile off.

In footage from yesterday, Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. As Stacks handles business on the phone, law enforcement confronts Tony D'Angelo and asks him to come to the police station, as he has been associated with criminal acts. When Stacks returns, he finds out what happened. Afterwards, The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) challenge Gallus to a tag team title match at Battleground.

It's time for Supernova Sessions. Tonight's guest is Dragon Lee. After Noam Dar mockingly speaks Spanish and Dragon Lee says he speaks English better than Noam, then says that Noam does give anybody respect and also warns him to be careful when talking about his country. Noam Dar says Dragon Lee has as much pride in Mexico as much as he has pride in the NXT Heritage Cup, and this leads to Dragon Lee taking this as a challenge for the cup. As Noam refuses to defend it and says Dragon Lee has no idea what to do in a Heritage Cup match, Nathan Frazer shows up, calls Noam Dar a massive fraud and says the cup has to be defended and that Noam cannot choose his opponents. After Nathan Frazer says he would love to see the Heritage Cup defended in the United States, this leads to Dragon Lee challenging Noam Dar for the Heritage Cup. Noam Dar says it will happen at Battleground, but before then, he will challenge Frazer to a non-title match next week and beat him because that is what Frazer and the fans deserve.

We see Ilja Dragunov being tortured by Dijak. Dragunov smiles and says "Not even close," then Dijak picks up a nightstick.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Jacy Jayne, who says that Roxanne Perez's time has come and gone and that she will be moving on to the semi-finals, then says she wanted to face Gigi Dolin next until Gigi proved she was a failure again. She then says that she is the complete opposite and a winner as that she will have to pretend to see Gigi's face as she kicks Roxanne's head in on the way to becoming NXT Women's Champion.

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams beat Drew Gulak and Charlie Dempsey. After the match, Carmelo Hayes calls out Bron Breaker, who shows up on the TitanTron and asks Carmelo how his ribs feel after the Spear from last week. He then says Carmelo will have to wait, and he has taken a pit stop at the barber shop for a fresh cut before he finishes what he started.

Backstage, Noam Dar meets Lash Legend and Jakara Jackson. This leads to a "Ms. Jackson" joke, and Lash Legend says the only show everyone should be talking about is "Lashing Out with Lash Legend."

Kiana James beats Thea Hail while Duke Hudson is preoccupied with grading papers.

Backstage, Hank Walker and Tank Ledger talk about their tag team - and Tank's tooth - when Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen congratulate them on a good match last week, then invite them for drinks. Tank realizes he and Hank need to be close as a tag team, and proposes they have a singles match against each other next week. Hank warms up to the idea and accepts.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell is in the trainer's room with Wes Lee and Tyler Bate, who is still being looked at. Wes Lee says he will address the fans regarding The Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Raine).

We hear from Dabba-Kato, who says he came to NXT for one reason - to beat up Apollo Crews - but says he is not going anywhere and that he has more opponents to destroy and championship gold to conquer, and the whole locker room is his prey. Meanwhile, Malik Blade, Dante Chen, Axiom, Eddy Thorpe and Edris Enofe have watched Dabba-Kato's promo. As everyone agrees with Dabba-Kato is nobody to mess with, Axiom looks forward to taking Dabba-Kato on.

Wes Lee heads to the ring. He says he has gotten better at handling his anger, but when someone attacks his friends, he still gets pissed off. He says The Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Raine) talks of friendship and unity, but they are sheep. As Wes Lee tells The Schism all they had to do was ask for a match, Joe Gacy and Ava Raine show up on the balcony. Gacy says he has never been dishonest about what he wants and that he wants the North American Championship, and Ava says that with every win, Wes Lee inches closer to becoming the greatest North American Champion ever, then asks what that will make Joe Gacy when he wins the title. As Joe Gacy and Ava Raine try to drive a wedge between Wes Lee and Tyler Bate by saying Tyler is deceiving Wes, Tyler says he has enough of the name-calling and that he will get a receipt at Battleground. He then admits to Wes Lee that he would be lying to the both of them if he was not in it the North American title, then says he will not let the title get in the way of their friendship. Gacy and Ava refuse to believe Tyler, and Wes Lee says he will beat both Tyler and Gacy for the title at Battleground.

We hear from Roxanne Perez, who looks back on her time in NXT. The board of memories she looks at shows all the biggest moments for her for the past year, but looks forward to where she goes in the following year as she figures out how to get there.

Backstage, as Von Wagner talks with a lady friend, Wagner confronts Luca Crusafino again as he gives Mr. Stone a hard time, and tells him that they can settle things in the ring if he wants to play games before throwing him to the side. Mr. Stone thanks Von Wagner, and Wagner admits he did it because Mr. Stone believed in him all this time. Mr. Stone then asks him about the picture of Von Wagner as a child with stitches on his head again, but Von Wagner is still not ready to talk about it yet.

Roxanne Perez beats Jacy Jayne to advance to the semi-finals of the NXT Women's Championship Tournament. After the match, Gigi Dolin runs in and attacks Jacy jayne, and referees rush out to restore order. Meanwhile, Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams show up, and Carmelo calls out Bron Breakker again.

Dijak continues to torture Ilja Dragunov. He says he told him he would break any man, but Dragunov tells him he is still standing.

Carmelo Hayes and Trick Williams finally get Bron Breakker as they wait for him in the ring, but he arrives with security guards, whom Bron says he brought to protect Carmelo and Trick from him. Trick says the only one who needs protection is Bron, but Bron says he beat Trick. Carmelo says Bron is talking big for someone who needs security, and says he thought himself untouchable until he got touched. He then says that Bron will not take the NXT Championship. Bron says he and Carmelo fight for different reasons, saying Carmelo fights to retain his title while he just wants to destroy him in front of his hometown to embarrass him. Carmelo says Bron says that with so much conviction and belief, but they are in the main event because nobody else is cut like they are. He then says that beating Bron will help build the dynasty he will create over his body. Bron makes fun of the New England sports scene, then says he will end his dynasty before it begins and there is nothing he can do about it. This leads to a brawl between the two sides, and it ends with both Carmelo Hayes and Bron Breakker laying each other out, with Carmelo using the NXT Championship as a weapon.

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Generation NXT - NXT recap for May 9, 2023

Tiffany Stratton beats Gigi Dolin to advance to the semi-finals of the NXT Women's Championship Tournament after targeting Gigi Dolin's injured left arm throughout the match.

Backstage, Joe Gacy says he sacrificed himself for The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid), and he has no doubts that The Dyad will bring gold to The Schism (Gacy, Fowler, Reid, Ava Raine). The Dyad leave, then Gacy tells Ava Raine that he has taken her advice to heart and asks he to guide The Dyad like he would.

Earlier today at the barber shop, Trick Williams talks about his match with Bron Breakker. Carmelo tells Trick that he appreciates him standing up to Bron Breakker for him, even though he did not have to do this. Trick says he has been working and that he will beat Bron Breakker. He says that he has to take care of Bron Breakker, as Carmelo's biggest test is defending the NXT Championship while his biggest test is tonight.

Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang) retains the NXT Tag Team Championships against The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) after Ivy Nile runs out and attacks Ava Raine.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Thea Hail talks about the WWE Draft with other Chase U classmates when Javier Bernal shows up and mocks Thea for not being in the women's title tournament when Duke Hudson shows up. Javier Bernal still thinks Duke Hudson is faking what he is doing, and Hudson challenges him to a match.

We see someone wearing a hoodie watching footage of multiple attacks at the Performance Center.

Duke Hudson beats Javier Bernal.

Backstage, Von Wagner and Mr. Stone talk. Mr. Stone brings up the photo of Von Wagner with stitches on his head from last week. Suddenly, Luca Cristafino shows up and aggravates Mr. Stone and Von Wagner, and Von Wagner nearly beats him up.

Backstage, Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) celebrate until Diamond Mine (Julius Creed, Brutus Creed, Ivy Nile) show up. Gallus tells Diamond Mine to stay out of their business, and Julius Creed tells them to watch their tag titles. Gallus are undeterred as they leave to go out and party.

Eddy Thorpe beats Damon Kemp.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Kiana James. Kiana says she has the most difficult first-round opponent, but she thrives under pressure and the last year has spoken volumes. She says he has done everything she has wanted to do in NXT except winning the NXT Women's Championship.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Bron Breakker. Breakker says he has stopped caring after carrying the NXT Championship and the brand on his shoulder for over a year for nothing, and while the fans have chosen Carmelo Hayes, Carmelo is probably still pulling splinters out of his ass after what he did to him. He then says he will put Trick Williams in the same hospital he put Carmelo Hayes in.

Ilja Dragunov beats Dijak by disqualification after Dijak shoves the referee into the corner and hitting Dragunov with a chair. After the match, Dijak continues to attack Dragunov and choke slams him into the ring apron, then traps him underneath the ring steps while simultaneously standing on them.

Backstage, Wes Lee sees a meditating Tyler Bate in a smokey locker room and thanks him for his help last week, then tells him that he has his back tonight. He then tells Tyler that his match is next and that they will not let Drew Gulak and Charlie Dempsey suck the life out of NXT. Tyler Bate then wakes up and says he was in a deep trance-like state, then they both head to the ring.

A Twitter video from Dani Palmer reveals a challenge between the team of Tank Ledger and Hank Walker and the team of Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen.

Charlie Dempsey beats Tyler Bate after Drew Gulak distracts the referee and Joe Gacy - who shows up earlier in the match - hits Tyler Bate with a cheap shot.

Via Twitter, Carmelo Hayes hears Bron Breakker's message, then leaves the barber shop and says he cannot let Trick Williams handle his business by himself.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Dragon Lee. He says that Noam Dar only cares about himself and his Heritage Cup, then Noam Dar shows up on the nearby monitor, offering him an opportunity to be the special guest on the revival of Supernova Sessions and skyrocket his career. Dragon Lee says he will be at Supernova Sessions.

Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen beats Hank Walker and Tank Ledger. Near the end of the match, Tank Ledger loses a front tooth, and Tank spits it out and puts it in his singlet. Both teams shake hands after the match.

We hear from Lyra Valkyria, who says that one must evolve or be left behind and that she is not the same person from across the Atlantic from last year. She says three women have been marked on her road to the NXT Women's Championship, and Kiana James is the first.

It's time for Nathan Frazer Presents Hard Hitting Home Truths. Frazer talks about how seventeen NXT talents have moved to Raw and SmackDown, and that a world of talent are battling out for opportunities. Frazer then talks about how Noam Dar has carved out his own niche with the Heritage Cup and Supernova Sessions and how he was the show's first guest, then mentions the stark difference between his show and Noam's. He then brings up Noam Dar's strange behavior with the Heritage Cup before stating that Noam Dar will not have the Heritage Cup one day and that his world will come crashing down.

Lyra Valkyria beats Kiana James to advance to the semi-finals of the NXT Women's Championship Tournament.

Gallus (Joe Coffey, Mark Coffey, Wolfgang) have drinks at the bar when they are met by Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. D'Angelo tells Gallus he and Stacks wants the next shot at the titles, then Joe Coffey produces a bat and says they have no business. D'Angelo says they will eave and that they will get their tag team title match, and after being surrounded by Gallus and four random men who are also in the bar, D'Angelo and Stacks leave.

Bron Breakker beats Trick Williams with the Steiner Recliner. After the match, Bron Breakker puts Trick Williams in the Steiner Recliner again, but Carmelo Hayes rushes out and fights Breakker out only to be hit out of the air with a Spear. Bron Breakker then tells Carmelo that the NXT Championship should still be his.

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THE NXT LVL - NXT LVL UP recap for April 28, 2023

Tyler Bate beats Luca Crusifino.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Kelly Kincaid interviews Hank Walker and Tank Ledger. Walker says the two of them bonded over similar food choices, and Ledger calls The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) "the green beans of the tag team division," but at the end of the day, they want that meatloaf. The two of them then ask The Dyad if they are ready for the beef.

Ivy Nile beats Lola Vice with the Diamond Chain.

The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) beat Hank Walker and Tank Ledger.

Generation NXT - NXT recap for April 18, 2023

Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang) retain the NXT Tag Team Championships against The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) and The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) after Ivy Nile confronts Ava Raine for distracting Julius only for Jagger Reid to fall on her from the apron in an act of incidental contact as Brutus shoves Jagger off the top rope and hits the Brutus Ball on Rip Fowler. As Julius checks on Ivy Nile on the outside, Gallus double-team Brutus Creed to retain.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Dijak says that if the main roster wants hard justice, they know where to find him. Dijak then shoves the cameraman to the ground after being asked about his actions towards Ilja Dragunov, then Apollo Crews confronts Dijak and challenges him to a match.

Noam Dar is next!

It's time for Nathan Frazer presents Hard Hitting Home Truths with Nathan Frazer. Frazer admits his return to NXT since Halloween Havoc has not been going so well and feels something is missing, but he soon realized that NXT is cutthroat and says that everyone is quality or else they would not be here. He says all one has to do is look inward and that nothing can affect if he does not slow down, and says that if one constantly improves, nothing can catch him. He then says it is time to practice what he preaches and turn things around.

Noam Dar beats Myles Borne.

We hear from Roxanne Perez, who says that while Zoey Stark can go in the ring, that does not give her free reign to run people down like she does and prey on people who she perceives as weak, which makes her the weakest one. She says that she will shut Stark up on her way back to the NXT Women's Championship, and if she has to beat Tiffany Stratton and her self-entitlement to get the title back, so be it.

Josh Briggs meets with Kiana James and asks her to talk to Brooks Jensen, but Kiana asks Briggs to talk to Jensen himself. Jensen shows up with cleaner clothes, his hair tailed back and a moustache, and when Briggs asks him to come back, Jensen says he is not a kid or part of his family, then says that Kiana has always treated him like a man before telling Briggs to leave.

Odyssey Jones is attacked by Bron Breakker before the next match, then says that this is what happens when someone gets in his way. He then says he had to put a stop to the "pathetic" Chase University assembly where everyone got a trophy. He says that if anyone wants to be a clown, they can go to the circus, because he is not allowing it anymore. Bron says that Odyssey Jones, Carmelo Hayes and Andre Chase felt it, then Duke Hudson shows up and tells Bron to keep Andre Chase's name out of his mouth and that he made a big mistake interrupting his MVP ceremony and tearing the Chase University flag in half before placing it on top of Andre Chase. After mocking Bron Breakker for being sad and moping about, he says that nobody puts down the Chase University name, not even Bron Breakker, and on behalf of the university, he challenges Bron to a match. Bron says the last time he saw Hudson, he took off and ran with the trophy faster than he had ever seen, then Hudson laughs at Bron for thinking he was done talking and says next week will be "a battle of the giants" when he faces Andre Chase and gets a Chase University-sized ass-whipping. Bron looks at the camera and tells Andre Chase to enjoy the next seven days, he will Spear his little ass in half and it will be the end of Chase U.

Backstage, MacKenzie Mitchell interviews Cora Jade. Jade says she was being nice, but Lyra Valkyria interrupted her before she could get to the rest of the locker and say more about the rest of the locker room. Gigi Dolin shows up and says she took out her anger on people in the ring, and that her "Instagram ass" will beat hers tonight.

Backstage, MacKenzie Mitchell interviews Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince). Elton Prince says the only way to get through The D'Angelo Family is to speak their language, and Kit Wilson almost panics when he mentions what he went through. He says Pretty Deadly will never be ambushed again, and that they will happily hand them another beating as they speak their language, play by their rules and leave them "sleeping with the fishes" next week.

Roxanne Perez beats Zoey Stark. After the match, Indi Hartwell shows up and congratulates Roxanne Perez, then says she would not be champion if it were not for her and that it would not be fair if she did not return the favor with a title match next week as a fighting champion. Roxanne says Indi is her friend in and out of the ring, but when it comes to the NXT women's title, it is every woman for herself, and she accepts the challenge. Tiffany Stratton shows up and takes offense to not being considered for a title shot, and calls Indi's title reign "pure dumb luck" after she barely climbed up the ladder and challenged beatable opponents. After Roxanne says Tiffany could not even beat her to win the Women's Breakout Tournament, Indi says she does not care if her challenger is an ex-champion or "some bimbo who thinks she has her number," as she will prove herself by beating both of them.

Backstage, Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Grayson Waller, who says he is still on top of NXT and that Carmelo Hayes has what he wants, and next week, he will beat Carmelo Hayes for the NXT Championship.

In backstage footage from last week, Von Wagner opens up to Mr. Stone, saying that the WWE is in his blood and that his father "was a Beverly Brother." (Von Wagner's father is Wayne Bloom, who wrestled as Beau Beverly in the WWE back in the early 1990s.) Mr. Stone tells him that is a start.

We see Axiom look into a mirror and say that he only sees Axiom, as it is his identity. He wants to know why Scrypts is speaking in riddles to him, then says that Scrypts is not his nemesis and that he will be done with him when he beats him.

We see a Tiktok video of everyone in the Performance Center congratulating Tank Ledger on his NXT debut. Ledger says he felt the energy when he debuted, and that Dani Palmer will feel that energy when she debuts and crushes it.

Cora Jade beats Gigi Dolin after Jacy Jayne tries to attack Gigi Dolin only to be thrown into the ring steps and into Booker T at the announce table. After the match, Lyra Valkyria shows up as Cora Jade is about to speak on the microphone and tells Cora that the time for talking is over and that next week, her claim to be "the savior of the women's division" will be tested when they engage in battle at Spring Breakin'.

Backstage, Mackenzie Mithell interviews Eddy Thorpe, who says that he travelled all around the world to see if he could make it in the wrestling business and he focused on enhancing his skill set and gaining knowledge so he could make his family proud. As he says that people have stereotypical images about Native Americans in their mind and that he plans to succeed in NXT, Damon Kemp shows up and says he was impressed with him and that he might have something.

At Big Daddy's Bar, Josh Briggs talks with Fallon Henley about Brooks Jensen, and Fallon says that Kiana has Jensen wrapped around her finger. Kiana and Jensen soon show up. Jensen says that Briggs has held him back since they started teaming and that he is the star of the team, and that Briggs and Fallon are jealous of his great relationship. Briggs refuses to take the disrespect, and Fallon Henley asks Kiana why she is here. Jensen and Kiana then challenge Briggs and Fallon to a mixed tag match at Spring Breakin'. Briggs says that if this is the way he will knock sense into him, and Fallon says that she has wanted to get her hands on Kiana before kicking Kiana and Jensen out of the bar.

Dijak beats Apollo Crews. After the match, Dijak grabs Apollo Crews, but Ilja Dragunov runs into the ring and attacks Dijak. Referees and security have to separate both men.

Backstage, Jacy Jayne says that if Gigi Dolin thought her life was hard before, it is nothing compared to what she will do to her. She then says that Gigi abandoned her brother to suffer the wrath of their mother and would rather wrestle than protect his brother. She then says that when she is done with Gigi Dolin, she will run away from NXT like she did her mother and her brother.

Wes Lee retains the NXT North American Championship against Charlie Dempsey after fending off both Dempsey and Drew Gulak. After the match, Gulak and Dempsey gang up on Wes Lee and attack him.

At an Italian restaurant, Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo think about how to get revenge on Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince). D'Angelo proposes that they do what they did to Paulie Montgomery, then says that the gloves come off and that they will face Pretty Deadly in a Trunk Match. D'Angelo then says that after Pretty Deadly get stuffed in the trunk, he will take them for a nice, long drive.

We see a vignette for Oba Femi where Femi throws numerous objects over great distances. Oba Femi debuts next week.

It's time for The Grayson Waller Effect. Tonight's guest is Carmelo Hayes, who shows up with Trick Williams. Carmelo Hayes gives Grayson Waller credit for finding himself in the main event despite continually losing. Waller says that he has become the biggest star without a title as much as Carmelo has with one, and says he is what a championship needs. Grayson Waller then questions "He is Him," then says that "Him" is Trick Williams and that Carmelo would not be a champion without him. Carmelo, having seen this coming, says Waller stole every opportunity he had and that Waller may not be "that guy." Carmelo then has Grayson Waller's accomplishments on the TitanTron, then nothing shows up, and Carmelo says Waller does not have any. Waller says Carmelo may have won the NXT Championship, but he stole the show. After Waller says he was the main event before Carmelo's music hit, Carmelo says that his "six out of ten" is three more points than any woman Waller has dated. After both men say they should be carrying other people's bags and roast each other, Waller says he will be champion and Carmelo says he will retain.

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Generation NXT - NXT recap for February 21, 2023

Before the next match, Trick Williams says he is here tonight to prove he can do more than just talk and back up everything he says, then says nothing Ilja Dragunov can do will stop him from beating him into oblivion. He says that he is glad pain makes Dragunov feel alive, because he will be on cloud nine following the ass-whupping he is about to give him.

Ilja Dragunov beats Trick Williams. During the match, JD McDonagh shows up as Dragunov is down on the outside, and guests on commentary.

We hear from Jinder Mahal, who says that he waited to take on Bron Breakker because timing is everything. He says the weight on Bron's shoulders is getting heavier and the boos are getting louder, and that Bron is falling into the same trap from last year. Jinder says he will be the one to spoil Bron's plans this year, and that there will be shocked faces in the crowd tonight just like when he won the WWE Championship.

Backstage, Fallon Henley tries to call Brooks Jensen to no avail. Josh Briggs tells Fallon that she ruined the big night not just for Brooks, but for Kiana James. Fallon tells Briggs she will apologize to Kiana in person.

In WWE Performance Center footage from earlier this week, Meiko Satomura wants to see how well everyone can survive her training. Roxanne Perez is the only one left after sit-ups, push-ups, partner carrying and a thousand squats. Meiko says this was just a warm-up.

Tyler Bate heads to the ring. Tyler thanks the fans for their love and support on his journey so far and says it has given him a passion for wrestling that he has never even imagined, and while he came up short at times, some things happen for a reason. He then says he and the fans are about to embark on a mystical journey together, then The Schism (Joe Gacy, Rip Fowler, Jagger Reid, Ava Raine) shows up. Joe Gacy says The Schism could not help but hear what Tyler has to say and that he and Tyler are kindred spirits and forward speakers. Tyler says he is not interested in drinking the Flavor-Aid. Ava Raine says they may be kindred spirits, but not always, and Gacy tells Tyler he needs to be careful about who he surrounds himself on his journey. Gacy says The Schism is true family and that Tyler left his behind back home, then says The Schism gave Thea Hail a glimpse of life with them and says that Tyler is next. As The Schism surrounds the ring, Andre Chase, Duke Hudson and Thea Hail charge the ring.

The Dyad (Rip Folwer and Jagger Reid) beat Andre Chase and Duke Hudson after Ava Raine distracts Andre Chase while approaching Thea Hail. After the match, Duke Hudson screams to Andre Chase "You have to let her grow up" regarding Thea Hail, and asks "Is this a university or a charity?"

Backstage, Mr. Stone is talking with Von Wagner when Tony D'Angelo and Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo confront them over costing them a North American Championship title shot. Von Wagner refuses to fight them at first, but after more insults, Von Wagner accepts D'Angelo's challenge. Mr. Stone tells Von Wagner that he is playing into D'Angelo's hand and D'Angelo and Stacks leave, but Von Wagner tells Stone to shut up.

Backstage, Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Drew Gulak and Charlie Dempsey. Gulak says Hank Walker is the kind of guy who wants something, but did not get it, and he is not here to hand out participation trophies. He says Walker is a nice guy and that one cannot be afraid to rip off limbs and ligaments or step on throats, which describes Charlie Dempsey.

We hear from Sol Ruca, who says that the women's division is unpredictable but fun like everything else in life before talking about the enjoyment of trying something new until she succeeds. She says that she wants another match with Zoey Stark because she will eventually land a flip or trick and she will eventually beat Zoey.

Jacy Jayne beats Indi Hartwell by disqualification after Gigi Dolin runs into the ring and attacks Jacy Jayne. Gigi and Jacy brawl their way to the back.

Roxanne Perez and Meiko Satomura continue to train in Performance Center footage from earlier this week. Meiko Satomura says victory come from the heart, not from the muscles, then tells Roxanne that she will see her in two weeks.

Backstage, Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Zoey Stark, who says that she is done with Sol Ruca before stating that Meiko Satomura has a women's title shot because Roxanne Perez is a fan of hers, then says it is her match. She also says that everyone in the women's division kisses Satomura's ass to get her respect, and says that if Satomura steps into the ring with her, she will show her who the real final boss is.

Gallus (Mark Coffey and Wolfgang) beat Malik Blade and Edris Enofe. During the match, two men show up with a cake with the words "Happy Anniversary" on it. After the match, the two men with the cake congratulate Gallus on losing the NXT UK Tag Team Championships to Pretty Deadly (Kit Wilson and Elton Prince) two years ago, then Gallus attack the two men while sending them face-first into the cake. Afterwards, Pretty Deadly attack Gallus from behind with chairs before sending them into the ring steps while proclaiming that the tag team division is theirs.

We hear from Dabba-Kato, who says that Apollo Crews has spent the last eight years focused on his future that he forgot about his past, and says that he was there for his biggest moments. Dabba-Kato says he is now here to hurt Apollo Crews, and while Crews brought him into this world, he will be the one to take Apollo out of it.

We hear from Stevie Turner, who says that she is excited for WrestleMania season before debuting the Roster Randomizer. The randomizer lands on Lyra Valkyria, and Stevie Turner fields questions from fans about Lyra. When asked how far Lyra will go, Stevie says Lyra is talented, but she will have to cross paths with her and she will be no match for her forward thinking.

Tony D'Angelo beats Von Wagner. After the match, Kelly Kincaid interviews Tony D'Angelo. D'Angelo comments Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo for being loyal to family, then says Dijak knows nothing about loyalty and that it is time to put an end to things between himself and Dijak. To do that, he will handle things in the ring, and challenges Dijak to one more match in a Jailhouse Street Fight at NXT Roadblock. He says that he will put Dijak in solitary confinement when all is said and done, then tells him he has seven days and not to let him find him.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Nikkita Lyons. Nikkita says she will be back within a year, and that she does not remember who attacked her. Tiffany Stratton shows up and calls the interview a waste of time and that the focus should be on her, then says Nikkita should vanish from NXT for a year.

Backstage, Ivy Nile tells Tatum Paxley not to let Isla Dawn get to her and that they are a team before heading to the ring.

Backstage, Carmelo Hayes praises Trick Williams for holding his own about Ilja Dragunov, then says he must watch the main event. Suddenly, Tyler Bate shows up and gives some advice to Trick, saying "good timber does not grow with ease" and that "the stronger the storm, the stronger the tree."Carmelo Hayes then says he respects Tyler Bate, then says that he knows himself and that it is fortunate that Tyler Bate's journey does not involve the NXT Championship.

Alba Fyre beats Ivy Nile after backing Ivy Nile into Tatum Paxley, knocking Tatum Paxley off the apron before laying Ivy out for the win.

Fallon Henley meets Kiana James at her office and apologizes for ruining her date. Kiana asks Fallon to trust her, and says that she has Brooks Jensen's best interests at heart before they shake hands.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Wes Lee. Wes says he would love to make it to Los Angeles as North American Champion, but he cannot look too far ahead. He then says he will give another open challenge for the title next week. When McKenzie asks why he is doing this when this puts him at a disadvantage at Roadblock, Wes Lee says "It's just who I am."

Bron Breakker retains the NXT Championship against Jinder Mahal after countering the Khalass and hitting the Spear. During the match, The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) attack Indus Sher (Veer Mahaan and Sanga), and both teams brawl to the back as officials try to break the brawl up. After the match, Carmelo Hayes is seen on the nearby balcony. All of a sudden, the show switches to the WWE page on Peacock, and we see Grayson Waller in the production truck. Grayson Waller says that he is the new main event and that he will be the star at NXT Roadblock, then states that he wants to host an edition of "The Grayson Waller Effect" with "The Heartbreak Kid" Shawn Michaels as his guest.

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The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) beat Bronco Nima and Lucien Price.

In backstage footage from earlier today, Kelly Kincaid interviews Xyon Quinn and Javier Bernal. Bernal interrupts before Quinn can get a sentence in so he can talk about how he is a viral sensation and how Quinn is a "kindred spirit." Kelly Kincaid says Bernal has a point when she says they both share a certain confidence, then Quinn says they will get the win and show Andre Chase and Duke Hudson what they are all about, then asks Bernal if he has that "X-factor." Bernal says he has the X-factor, the Y-factor and the Z-factory, then Bernal asks if Quinn has a big body. Quinn is puzzled and says he is twice as big as Bernal after Bernal leaves, then he leaves. Kelly Kincaid can barely hold her laughter.

Ivy Nile beats Lash Legend with the Diamond Chain.

Andre Chase and Duke Hudson beat Xyon Quinn and Javier Bernal after Quinn and Bernal cannot get on the same page.

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Before the next match, JD McDonagh shows up as Javier Bernal heads to the ring and guests on commentary. Ilja Dragunov is also seen entering the arena during Bron Breakker's entrance.

Bron Breakker beats Javier Bernal. After the match, Bron Breakker and JD McDonagh have a staredown, then Ilja Dragunov arrives. McDonagh headbutts Dragunov, then attacks Breakker before both men brawl. Dragunov hits Breakker with a Torpedo Moscow meant for McDonagh, who manages to get out of the ring in time.

We hear from Alba Fyre, who tells Toxic Attraction (Mandy Rose, Gigi Dolin, Jacy Jayne) that she was being serious, and in two weeks, she will scorch Mandy Rose's empire. She knows that Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne wants revenge, but she will not back down, for when there is smoke, there is fire.

Nathan Frazer beats Axiom in the final match of their best-of-three series to advance to the North American Championship Ladder Match.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Ilja Dragunov when Grayson Waller shows up and talks about his own match with Apollo Crews when Ilja Dragunov asks him why he is wearing his grandfather's glasses. This leads to Grayson Waller getting flustered and Ilja Dragunov challenging him to a match.

Backstage, Valentina Feroz asks Sanga to be in her corner, to which he agrees. Indi Hartwell shows up and says this might be her jungle, but NXT is her ring.

We hear from Apollo Crews, who says that most people live their lives at a fixed perspective that allows them to see things in uncomplicated ways, but it takes one event to see things you never saw coming. Apollo then sees Chucky as well as different types of matches as he says he will force his perspective on Grayson Waller as he leaves him in the dark.

Indi Hartwell beats Valentina Feroz. During the match, Veer Mahaan suddenly shows up. Sanga walks up to him, then Veer whispers something in his ear before Sanga leaves with him. After the match, Pretty Deadly show up on the balcony pretending to be sports-loving Americans and congratulate Indi on her win, then talk about the Triple Threat Tag Team Match to determine a #1 contender for the NXT Tag Team Championships. The two of them say that they will be watching all three teams annihilate each other.

Backstage, Mackenzie Mitchell interviews Cora Jade, who says that she has some ideas for Roxanne Perez's opponent and that the only hard part is narrowing them down, then says that Perez must be having trouble finding anyone due to having no friends. When Mackenzie Mitchell says that Roxanne Perez has some people lined up and is even going to SmackDown, Cora Jade cannot believe this, then leaves to make some phone calls. Cora asks Mackenzie Mitchell if she knows Ronda Rousey's phone number. Mackenzie lies and says she does not.

Malik Blade and Edris Enofe beat The Dyad (Rip Fowler and Jagger Reid) and the team of Josh Briggs and Brooks Jensen to become #1 contenders for the NXT Tag Team Championships after Joe Gacy clotheslines Enofe and Cameron Grimes suddenly shows up to hit Gacy with the Cave-In before stopping a double-team attempt by The Dyad, which allows Enofe to roll up Jagger Reid for the win.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Jacy Jayne and Gigi Dolin. Jayne says she and Dolin should be #1 contenders for the NXT Women's tag team titles, but Alba Fyre jumped them last week. Jayne says Alba Fyre will get it back, only worse, and that she will send Fyre back to her ancestors on "Middle Earth" a hot mess, and if Fyre has a surprise for them, they will have one for her in return.

In footage from earlier today, Kiana James is looking at the plans for Chase University as part of a planned acquisition. We also find out that she is facing Thea Hail later tonight.

Alba Fyre beats Jacy Jayne after Gigi Dolin's interference attempts backfire. After the match, Alba Fyre is suddenly attacked from the front row by Sonya Deville. Gigi Dolin and Jacy Jayne soon join in on the attack, and they soon put Alba Fyre through the commentary table.

Backstage, Jagger Reid attacks a cameraperson, and Joe Gacy tells Cameron Grimes that The Schism must eliminate him and that he will face their full force three-on-one because he has no one to turn to. He says that Cameron Grimes will use every last ounce of oxygen to fight them until he has his last gasp.

We hear from Zoey Stark and Nikkita Lyons. Nikkita says she knows Kayden Carter and Katana Chance are friends, then says that she and Zoey Stark compliment each other and that Starks' drive is incredible. Stark says that what Nikkita can do in the ring is impressive, and Nikkita says that Stark is getting better in the ring. Nikkita then says that when they get the title match, they will become NXT Women's Tag Team Champions.

Backstage, Hank Walker tells "The SuperDiva" Quincy Elliott that he has his back against Xyon Quinn next week, then slaps him on the ass.

Wes Lee beats Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo. After the match, Trick Williams attacks Wes Lee, and when Trick and Wes Lee brawl, Carmelo hayes shows up and attacks Wes lee. Oro Mensah soon shows up and attacks Carmelo and Trick, and forces them to retreat only for Wes Lee to take them down.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviews Jacy Jayne, Gigi Dolin and Sonya Deville. Sonya says she and Mandy Rose may have had issues, but they are still friends, and says Alba Fyre will not get away with kidnapping Mandy Rose. She then tells McKenzie to tell Alba Fyre that she will be waiting for her next week, and that if she shows up, she will not make it to Halloween Havoc.

At the hospital, The Creed Brothers (Julius and Brutus Creed) and Ivy Nile talk with Roderick Strong about Damon Kemp. Brutus Creed says that Damon Kemp will pay for what they have done, and Roderick Strong apologizes for bringing Damon Kemp in and breaking their trust. After Julius Creed says they've got Roderick, Roderick tells Julius to win, because it is Diamond Mine forever.

Before the next match, Robert Stone shows up and says he should be celebrating Von Wagner going to Halloween Havoc, but instead, the world is laughing at him because of Thea Hail for slamming him. He then says that he will ruin her night, but Thea hits him with a back body slam. This gives Kiana James the opportunity to hit her from behind and beat Thea Hail in seconds. Kayla James beats Thea Hail.

Backstage, Tony D'Angelo shows up and says that Channing "Stacks" Lorenzo that he needs to listen to him and will feel the consequences in the match that he has next week. Stacks who his opponent will be, but D'Angelo only promises that it will be a war.

Backstage, Von Wagner tells Robert Stone to calm down and "cut the bullshit," and that he needs him locked in to make sure nobody keeps the North American Championship from him. Stone says old habits creep up, but it is time for Von Wagner to be champion.

Backstage, McKenzie Mitchell interviwes Cameron Grimes. Grimes admits he may not trust anyone in NXT, but that is not true about the rest of WWE. Grimes leaves, then Cora Jade shows up and says that if Roxanne Perez is going to SmackDown, she is going to Raw.

Ilja Dragunov beats Grayson Waller when Waller is spooked by the stipulaton wheel spinning on its own on the ramp. After the match, Dragunov is taken down with a Spear by Bron Breakker. JD McDonagh is seen in the crowd behind Breakker.

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